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FAIRMONT Thursday, Aug. 20 7:14 a.m. — Police investigated a harassment complaint in the 600 block of Burton Lane. 1:11 p.m. — Police investigated a trespassing complaint in the 300 block of South State Street. 1:11 p.m. to 9:14 p.m. — (3) disturbances/disorderly conducts/nuisances were reported in Fairmont. 1:40 p.m. — Theft (includes attempt) was reported in the 900 block of Hengen Street. 5:30 p.m. — A civil complaint was reported in the 300 block of North Hampton Street. 6:26 p.m. — Police rendered assistance to the ambulance in the 1200 block of ...

Artist paints picture of fair face-painting tradition

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FAIRMONT — At the Martin County Fair, happening now through Sunday, Face Painting and Henna Tattoo Designs by Kandice has been adding a splash of color for approximately 22 years. “It’s good so far,” remarked artist Kandice Amundson, who is also a Fairmont High School art teacher. ...

Nearly 300 benefit from Disability Day

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FAIRMONT – In its third year, Disability Awareness Day at the Martin County Fair skyrocketed to nearly 300 people with disabilities from across the area in attendance enjoying free entry, food and access to rides. The event is put on by the Fairmont Area Human Rights Organization. Nine ...

Truman Ambulance secures rare equipment through FCH grant

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TRUMAN – The Fairmont Community Hospital (FCH) Foundation has granted Truman Ambulance $15,000 for a bariatric cot, a rarity in southern Minnesota. Truman Ambulance Assistant Director Matt Lange said the system can lift and hold up to 1,600 pounds. “It's a ramp and winch system,” he ...

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FAIRMONT Wednesday, Aug. 19 7:36 a.m. — An ordinance violation was reported at 10th Street and North Hampton Street. A verbal warning was issued. 10:52 a.m. — Theft (includes attempt) was reported in the 50 block of East Ken Rue Lane. 10:59 a.m. — Police investigated a fraud/counterfeiting complaint in the 500 block of Southport Drive, Fairmont. 11:44 a.m. — A civil complaint was reported in the 800 block of North Park Street. 3:48 p.m. — Police rendered assistance to the ambulance in the 200 block of Lake Avenue. 4:55 p.m. — An animal complaint/bite was ...

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MARTIN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Speeding — Charles E. Keith, 47, of Sioux Falls, S.D.; Israel J. Perez, 23, of Wyoming, Mich.; Joseph M. Woodcock, 60, of Cotati, Calif.; fined $125. FARIBAULT COUNTY DISTRICT COURT Speeding — Caleb A. Langager, 20, of Winnebago; Timothy J. McCarthy, 32, of New Rochelle, N.Y.; Carelia Perez, 48, of Winnebago; Daniel A. Petefish, 34, of Fort Dodge, Iowa; Peter J. Troiano III, 59, of Pocono Pines, Pa.; fined $125; Ahmed A. Mtoor, 40, of Liberty Township, Ohio; fined $135; John J. Manders, 79, of Easton; fined $145; James D. McCurry, 48, of ...